I've generally had no problems changing strings, not my favorite thing to do, but usually went smoothly and could change strings pretty quickly. Tonight, I changed strings on my F212, first time in a while, last couple of string changes were done when it was having some work done on it, so string change came with it. However, this may be my last string change. My eyes have gotten to the point where, even with cheaters, I can't see the string hole, couple that with the "invisibility" of the .008 and .009 in the set, it was near impossible to get them through the holes. I even tried with my magnifying head set, but they're set up so you have to get to close to have much room to work. This is the same reason I gave up working on printed circuits a while back, couldn't see where to solder well. I had to get my daughter to come and look for a bridge pin that had popped and fell on the floor, and mentioned to her that next string change would be by Sam Ash, and she said, teach me, so we started with the last few pairs on my 212, and I think she will do ok. She said it reminded her of some of the jewelry work she does.
Anyhow, after over 60 years of string changing, I think it's the end of an era.
Anyhow, after over 60 years of string changing, I think it's the end of an era.